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The South African Agency for Science & Technology Advancement aims to create, support & enrich platforms for effective science engagement

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"The power of smartphones can bring the world's libraries to the user, however most people are still using it to access social media. The public remains discerning about online information sources and the threat of misinformation." Kgethi Phakeng, PhD(Wits); Hon DSc (UBristol) at the #SAPRSsurvey Reflection Conf

"The power of smartphones can bring the world's libraries to the user, however most people are still using it to access social media. The public remains discerning about online information sources and the threat of misinformation." <a href="/FabAcademic/">Kgethi Phakeng, PhD(Wits); Hon DSc (UBristol)</a> at the #SAPRSsurvey Reflection Conf
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Highlights from Day 1 (26 March 2025) of the South African Public Relationship with Science (SAPRS) Conference. Dr. Nqobile Xaba, Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA), provided an insightful overview of public interest and knowledge of

Highlights from Day 1 (26 March 2025) of the South African Public Relationship with Science (SAPRS) Conference. 

Dr. Nqobile Xaba, Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA), provided an insightful overview of public interest and knowledge of
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Humanity’s unsustainable production and consumption practices are driving the planet towards destruction. Global waste management services are ill-equipped to handle this and humanity must act urgently to address the waste crisis. un.org/en/observances…

Humanity’s unsustainable production and consumption practices are driving the planet towards destruction. Global waste management services are ill-equipped to handle this and humanity must act urgently to address the waste crisis. un.org/en/observances…
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Deadline extension! SANSA and the NRF, in collaboration with TuksNovation, invite start-ups, small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), and entrepreneurs to submit funding proposals for the NEOFrontiersEISF. Details: tuksnovation.co.za/neofrontiersei…

Deadline extension! <a href="/SANSA7/">SANSA</a> and the NRF, in collaboration with <a href="/TuksNovation/">TuksNovation</a>, invite start-ups, small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), and entrepreneurs to submit funding proposals for the NEOFrontiersEISF.

Details: tuksnovation.co.za/neofrontiersei…
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Bees may be small, but their impact is HUGE. From pollinating our crops to maintaining biodiversity, these buzzing heroes are essential to food security and a healthy planet. Let’s protect our pollinators and create a world where bees can thrive! #WorldBeeDay #SaveTheBees

Bees may be small, but their impact is HUGE. From pollinating our crops to maintaining biodiversity, these buzzing heroes are essential to food security and a healthy planet. Let’s protect our pollinators and create a world where bees can thrive! #WorldBeeDay #SaveTheBees
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Happy International Tea Day! Today, we raise a cup to one of South Africa’s national treasures – Rooibos tea! Naturally caffeine-free and packed with antioxidants, Rooibos offers a range of health benefits including support for heart health and soothes digestion etc. #RooibosTea

Happy International Tea Day! Today, we raise a cup to one of South Africa’s national treasures – Rooibos tea! Naturally caffeine-free and packed with antioxidants, Rooibos offers a range of health benefits including support for heart health and soothes digestion etc. #RooibosTea
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Biodiversity is the web of life that sustains us all, from the air we breathe to the food we eat. Yet, it’s under threat and protecting nature means protecting our future. Let’s act now to restore ecosystems, support conservation, and live in harmony with nature. National Research Foundation of South Africa

Biodiversity is the web of life that sustains us all, from the air we breathe to the food we eat. Yet, it’s under threat and protecting nature means protecting our future. Let’s act now to restore ecosystems, support conservation, and live in harmony with nature. <a href="/NRF_News/">National Research Foundation of South Africa</a>
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Happy Youth Day to all the youth! Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, and courage of young South Africans choosing science as a career path. From climate change to cutting-edge tech, the future needs your ideas. Science empowers you to change the world. DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Happy Youth Day to all the youth! Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, and courage of young South Africans choosing science as a career path. From climate change to cutting-edge tech, the future needs your ideas.  Science empowers you to change the world. <a href="/dstigovza/">DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION</a>
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Healthy land is the foundation of food security, water supply, and climate resilience. As desertification spreads and droughts intensify, collective action is crucial to restore ecosystems and safeguard livelihoods. Let’s invest in land restoration today. DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION National Research Foundation of South Africa

Healthy land is the foundation of food security, water supply, and climate resilience. As desertification spreads and droughts intensify, collective action is crucial to restore ecosystems and safeguard livelihoods. Let’s invest in land restoration today. <a href="/dstigovza/">DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION</a> <a href="/NRF_News/">National Research Foundation of South Africa</a>
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Meet Duduzile Kubheka, an NRF-SAAO Project Coordinator and Master's student Stellenbosch University: nrf.ac.za/nrf-youth-mont… Her work is driven by a strong belief in the power of science, particularly astronomy, as a tool for development, inspiration, and empowerment. #YouthMonth2025

Meet Duduzile Kubheka, an NRF-SAAO Project Coordinator and Master's student <a href="/StellenboschUni/">Stellenbosch University</a>: nrf.ac.za/nrf-youth-mont…

Her work is driven by a strong belief in the power of science, particularly astronomy, as a tool for development, inspiration, and empowerment. #YouthMonth2025
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African Female Voices, led by founder and chief editor Ms Lebogang Masega, launched the inspiring InnovateHER project at the University of Johannesburg! This groundbreaking initiative is dedicated to empowering Grade 12 girls across South Africa for future success.

African Female Voices, led by founder and chief editor Ms Lebogang Masega, launched the inspiring InnovateHER project at the University of Johannesburg! This groundbreaking initiative is dedicated to empowering Grade 12 girls across South Africa for future success.